Absolute Beginners
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Synopsis
A musical adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London. Nineteen-year-old photographer Colin is hopelessly in love with model Crepe Suzette, but her relationships are strictly connected with her progress in the fashion world. So Colin gets involved with a pop promoter and tries to crack the big time. Meanwhile, racial tension is brewing in Colin's Notting Hill housing estate...
Details
- Julien Temple
- April 4, 1986
- Released
- United Kingdom
- Goldcrest Films International
- 1h 48m
Where to watch
No known streaming options in United States.
Cast
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Eddie O'ConnellColin, Photographer / Narrator -
Patsy KensitSuzette -
James FoxHenley of Mayfair, Dressmaker to the Queen -
David BowieVendice Partners -
Ray DaviesArthur, Colin's Dad -
Mandy Rice-DaviesFlora, Colin's Mum -
Eve FerretBig Jill -
Tony HippolyteMr. Cool -
Graham Fletcher-CookWizard -
Joseph McKennaFabulous Hoplite -
Steven BerkoffThe Fanatic -
SadeAthene Duncannon (as Sade Adu)
